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Common autism behaviors can include awkward social interactions, sensitivity to sensory stimulations, and repetitive or restrictive behaviors. But it’s important to realize that everyone presents autism differently, which is why it is a spectrum disorder.

Flat Affect Autism and How to Support Emotional Expression

Posted on September 21, 2025September 21, 2025 by Connor McClure
Flat Affect Autism and How to Support Emotional Expression

Have you ever heard of flat affect autism? It often leads to the incorrect stereotype that autistics lack empathy. Learn more.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autism discrimination, autistic adult, autistic diagnosis, autistic life, social issues and autism

Autism Clothing for Sensitive Skin Enhances Quality of Life

Posted on September 8, 2025September 24, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism Clothing for Sensitive Skin Enhances Quality of Life

Finding autism clothing that doesn’t provoke sensory issues is crucial for making life manageable. Here’s what to look for.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism, autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic life, social issues and autism

The Fascinating Explanation of Spoon Theory Mental Health

Posted on August 5, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
The Fascinating Explanation of Spoon Theory Mental Health

Spoon theory mental health is a metaphor used to convey limitations individuals face due to physical and/or mental conditions.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

Autistic Overthinkers Explained: What You Need to Know

Posted on July 24, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autistic Overthinkers Explained: What You Need to Know

Autistics are often overthinkers, fixating on issues, sometimes to the point where it prevents them from living a successful and well-rounded life.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Recovering Successfully from the Aftermath of an Autistic Meltdown

Posted on July 8, 2025September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Recovering Successfully from the Aftermath of an Autistic Meltdown

An adult autistic meltdown can be highly distressing, and the resulting aftermath is often daunting. But there are ways to recover successfully.

Posted In Autism in Adults, BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life

Silent Death: Why Autism Increases Risk of Accidental Drowning

Posted on July 6, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Silent Death: Why Autism Increases Risk of Accidental Drowning

Autistics face an increased risk of accidental drowning, which is often referred to as a silent death. Learn more about ways to keep everyone safe in the water.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism, autism behaviors, autism challenges

6 Ways to Tackle Autism Fireworks Anxiety and Sensory Overload

Posted on July 1, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
6 Ways to Tackle Autism Fireworks Anxiety and Sensory Overload

Sensory overload from fireworks can be a potential challenge for individuals with autism. But there are strategies to help mitigate anxiety and fear.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

Break Free From These 7 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms

Posted on June 26, 2025September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Break Free From These 7 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms

Unhealthy coping mechanisms are the result of what seems to be a constant battle against the world. Here’s what to do instead.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness

How to Beat the Heat and Summer SAD Disorder

Posted on June 22, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
How to Beat the Heat and Summer SAD Disorder

Did you know that Summer SAD Disorder can trigger seasonal depression due to intense heat and long days of sunlight, just like the wintertime blues? Learn more.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life

Deciphering the Secrets of Info Dumping and Autistic Obsessions

Posted on June 19, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Deciphering the Secrets of Info Dumping and Autistic Obsessions

Info dumping refers to an overly-enthusiastic sharing about a topic of intense interest, often without a turn-off valve. It’s fascinating…and exhausting!

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Autism and Organization: The Secret to Finding Calm in the Chaos

Posted on June 17, 2025September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism and Organization: The Secret to Finding Calm in the Chaos

Nobody likes clutter. But autism and organization, or lack of, is a common challenge. Here’s how to find calm in the chaos.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism acceptance, autism behaviors, autistic life, growing up autistic

Obsessive Skin Picking Disorder: Finding A Better Self-Soothing Option

Posted on June 15, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Obsessive Skin Picking Disorder: Finding A Better Self-Soothing Option

Repetitive behaviors like picking at skin can help relieve anxiety. But when it becomes excessive, it can become an obsessive skin picking disorder.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism, autism behaviors, autism discrimination, social issues and autism

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